English-speaking Physiotherapy clinics in Tokyo
Recovering from an injury, surgery, or persistent pain and want a physical therapist who can explain things in English? Tokyo has 14 English-speaking clinics on Healthtomo offering physiotherapy and rehabilitation. Physiotherapy focuses on restoring movement, strength, and function, whether you're rebuilding after an operation, easing back or joint pain, or working through a sports injury. Good rehab is hands-on and conversational: your therapist needs to understand exactly where it hurts and how it's affecting your daily life, which is far easier when you share a language. That's the gap these listings help close for international residents. Unlike travel vaccines, physiotherapy is generally covered by Japan's National Health Insurance when it's medically indicated, typically leaving you a 30% co-pay, though the details depend on your diagnosis and the clinic's setup, so confirm coverage before your first session. Some clinics take you directly, while others prefer a referral or a doctor's assessment first. Browse the 14 Tokyo clinics below to compare their focus areas and approach, then contact them directly to ask about English support, whether you need a referral, and how to get started.
Dr. KAKUKO Sports Clinic
Speaks Japanese
Kodama Kyōdō Hospital
Speaks Japanese
Doctor Ando's Orthopedic Clinic
Speaks English, Japanese, French
Haruyama Memorial Hospital
Speaks German, Thai, Chinese (Traditional)
Samejima Clinic
Speaks English, Japanese
Kyoujo Kai Clinic
Speaks English, Japanese, French
Kouga Clinic
Speaks Japanese
Mitsuoka Orthopaedic & Rehabilitation Clinic
Speaks English, Japanese
Abe Orthopaedics Clinic
Speaks English, Japanese
MTX Sports & Articular Clinic
Speaks English, Japanese
Toritsudai Physio Care ＆ Conditioning
Speaks English, Japanese
Root Occupational Therapy Services
Speaks English, Japanese
Mind Body Potential – Hiroo
Tokyo Physio
Speaks English, Japanese
Common questions
Is physiotherapy covered by Japan's National Health Insurance?
Physiotherapy and rehabilitation are generally covered when they're medically indicated, which usually leaves you responsible for a 30% co-pay. Coverage depends on your diagnosis and how the clinic is set up, so confirm the specifics before your first session.
Do I need a referral to start physiotherapy in Tokyo?
It varies. Some clinics accept you directly, while others prefer a referral or a doctor's assessment first, especially when insurance coverage is involved. Contact the clinic to ask what they require before booking.
What kinds of conditions do these clinics help with?
Physiotherapy commonly supports recovery after surgery or injury, back and joint pain, and sports-related problems, with a focus on restoring movement and strength. Each clinic may emphasize different areas, so check the individual listing or ask them directly.
Will my physical therapist speak English?
All 14 Tokyo clinics listed here for physiotherapy indicate English-speaking support. Since rehab depends on clearly describing your symptoms and progress, that shared language makes each session more effective. Confirm the level of English support with the clinic when you book.
How many sessions will I need?
That depends entirely on your condition and goals, and it's something your therapist determines with you after an assessment. We can't estimate it here, ask the clinic during your first visit for a realistic sense of what your recovery might involve.